Lake Maria Dam Reservoir Report
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Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Lake Maria Dam, located in Saline, Arkansas, is a private recreational structure that was completed in 2004.
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Summary
The dam stands at a height of 27.7 feet with a hydraulic height of 21 feet, serving primarily for recreation purposes. With a storage capacity of 328.88 acre-feet and a surface area of 27.8 acres, the dam is situated on the Middle Fork Saline River and is regulated by the Arkansas Natural Resources Commission (ANRC).
Despite its low hazard potential, Lake Maria Dam has not been rated for its condition assessment. The dam's last inspection was conducted in May 2015, with a frequency of inspections not specified. While the Emergency Action Plan (EAP) status and risk assessment information are not provided, the dam is deemed to meet safety guidelines. The structure's design, being an earth dam type, spans a length of 900 feet and serves as a significant component in the region's water resource management and climate resilience efforts.
Overall, Lake Maria Dam offers a vital recreational resource to the community, providing a serene environment for outdoor activities and water-based recreation. As a privately-owned facility, its management and upkeep are crucial to ensuring the safety and enjoyment of visitors. With its modest storage capacity and regulated status, the dam plays a key role in the local ecosystem and serves as a testament to the importance of sustainable water resource management in the face of changing climatic conditions.
Year Completed |
2004 |
Dam Length |
900 |
Dam Height |
27.7 |
River Or Stream |
MIDDLE FORK SALINE RIVER-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
27.8 |
Hydraulic Height |
21 |
Drainage Area |
0.32 |
Nid Storage |
328.88 |
Structural Height |
31 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
31 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
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